Kaolin is a clay mineral, part of the group of industrial minerals with the chemical composition Al?Si?O?(OH)?. Kaolin is an essential ingredient in the manufacture of china and porcelain and is widely used in the making of paper, rubber, paint, and many other products. According to Gen Consulting Company, global kaolin market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.2% during the forecast period 2020-2026. Growing potential for kaolin in paper industry is the chief contributor for the growth of the market.

By application, the kaolin market is classified into Paper, Ceramics, Cosmetics, Paints & Coatings, Rubber. On the basis of region, the kaolin industry is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America and MEA (the Middle East, and Africa).

By Application:

  • Paper
  • Ceramics
  • Cosmetics
  • Paints & Coatings
  • Rubber



By region, the market is analyzed across North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa and South America. This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional & country level from 2020 to 2026.

  • North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico, etc.)
  • Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, etc.)
  • Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, Russia, Spain, etc.)
  • Middle East & Africa (Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Egypt, Nigeria, UAE, Israel, South Africa, etc.)
  • South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Venezuela, Peru, etc.)



The market research report covers the analysis of key stake holders of the kaolin market. Some of the leading players profiled in the report include:

  • Xishuangbanna Wanxiang Mining Co., Ltd.
  • Longyan Kaolin?Clay Co., Ltd.
  • BASF SE
  • Imerys S.A.
  • LB MINERALS Ltd.
  • SCR?Sibelco NV
  • I-Minerals, Inc.
  • Quarzwerke GmbH
  • Ashapura Group
  • English Indian Clays Ltd.
  • W. R. Grace & Co.
  • LASSELSBERGER Group
  • 20 Microns Limited


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The base year of the study is 2019, and forecasts run up to 2026.

Research Objective

  • To analyze and forecast the market size of global kaolin market.
  • To classify and forecast global kaolin market based on application.
  • To identify drivers and challenges for global kaolin market.
  • To examine competitive developments such as mergers & acquisitions, agreements, collaborations and partnerships, etc., in global kaolin market.
  • To conduct pricing analysis for global kaolin market.
  • To identify and analyze the profile of leading players operating in global kaolin market.



The report is useful in providing answers to several critical questions that are important for the industry stakeholders such as manufacturers and partners, end users, etc., besides allowing them in strategizing investments and capitalizing on market opportunities. Key target audience are:

  • Manufacturers of kaolin
  • Raw material suppliers
  • Market research and consulting firms
  • Government bodies such as regulating authorities and policy makers
  • Organizations, forums and alliances related to kaolin